Medically reviewed by Melisa Puckey. Last updated on May 21, 2023
GLUCODEX®
Rougier
Dextrose
Diagnostic Agent For Diabetes
Indications And Clinical Uses: Glucose tolerance test.
Contra-Indications: In patients with the glucose-galactose malabsorption syndrome.
Precautions: Dextrose should be administered with care to patients with diabetes insipidus.
Drug Interactions: Purgatives may inhibit the intestinal absorption of dextrose.
Adverse Reactions: Concentrated dextrose solutions given by mouth may cause nausea and vomiting.
Dosage: Glucose tolerance test: Adults (except pregnant women): 75 g. Children: 1.75 g/kg of ideal body weight. Pregnant women: 100 g or according to physician’s advice. Serve cold.
Availability And Storage:
- 50 g: Each mL of orange-flavored, light orange liquid, contains: dextrose USP 166.6 mg. Bottles of 300 mL;
- 75 g: Each mL of orange-flavored, orange liquid, contains: dextrose USP 250 mg. Bottles of 300 mL;
- 100 g: Each mL of orange-flavored, dark orange liquid, contains: dextrose USP 333.3 mg. Bottles of 300 mL.
GLUCODEX® Rougier Dextrose Diagnostic Agent For Diabetes
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